2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2737 mm |
